Townsville University Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join its Emergency Department team on a short-term contract basis. This is a two-week placement running from 14 to 27 September 2026, offering the prospect to work in a dynamic acute care environment where you'll manage triage, provide emergency nursing care, and support patients across the ED and aged care settings. The role also includes potential first responder duties with the hospital-based ambulance service, working alongside a dedicated driver.

- Triage and emergency nursing care in a busy, high-acuity department
- Two-week contract with flexibility to support both ED and aged care patients
- Opportunity to work as a first responder with the hospital-based ambulance service

Preferred Requirements





- Current and demonstrated experience in emergency department nursing and triage
- Proficiency with iEMR systems and electronic clinical documentation
- Comfortable providing personal care assistance, including showering and activities of daily living support
- Willingness and ability to work as a first responder with the hospital-based ambulance service
- Current Yellow Card (NDIS) clearance

Preferred Qualifications

- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Post-graduate qualification or demonstrated competence in emergency nursing
- Current Advanced Life Support (ALS) or equivalent emergency response certification

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📌 RN - Townsville Hospital - ED (Townsville City)
🏢 JPS Recruitment
📍 Townsville City